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Halebidu Hoysaleswara Temple

Halebidu, Karnataka, India

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Overview

The twin-shrined Shiva temple of the Hoysala capital — walls that carry perhaps the most sculpture per square metre anywhere on earth, guarded by two giant Nandis.

Why visit: Ten thousand carvings deep — bring time, and a guide.

History: Built c. 1121 at Dorasamudra; sacked by Delhi armies in the 14th century, hence 'Halebidu' — the old ruined city.

Things to do

›Frieze walls
›Monolithic Nandis
›Garuda pillar
›Kedareshwara & Jain basadis nearby

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Travel Information

Best time

Oct–Mar

Entry fee

Free–₹25

Est. budget

₹200–600

Duration

2–3 hrs

Nearby attractions

Within

15.6 km

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